Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOur PaladarCafe Cubano Recipe

Cafe Cubano Recipe

Inspired by Our Paladar
Time15m
Serves1

espresso, espumita

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Ingredients

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For the Espresso

For the Espumita

Method

Prepare the Espresso

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    Begin by boiling the water in an espresso maker or stovetop espresso pot.

  2. 2

    Add Coffee

    Once the water is boiling, add the espresso coffee grounds to the filter basket of the espresso maker.

  3. 3

    Brew Espresso

    Assemble the espresso maker and allow the coffee to brew until you have about 1 ounce of espresso.

Prepare the Espumita

  1. 4

    Combine Sugar and Espresso

    In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of sugar with 2 tablespoons of the freshly brewed espresso.

  2. 5

    Whip the Mixture

    Using a small whisk or fork, vigorously whip the sugar and espresso mixture until it becomes light and frothy, resembling a thick foam.

Serve

  1. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Pour the brewed espresso into a small cup and spoon the espumita on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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